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Irresistible Chicken Tocino

Irresistible Chicken Tocino: Your New Favorite Breakfast Treat

Irresistible Chicken Tocino is a flavorful Filipino breakfast staple that combines sweet and savory elements for a delightful meal experience.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 kg Skinless Chicken Thigh Fillet Can substitute with chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp Finely Ground White Pepper Use black pepper for more heat
  • 1/4 cup Rice Flour Cornstarch can be used as an alternative
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
For Flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic (grated) Freshly grated is best
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Vinegar Cane vinegar recommended
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Pineapple Juice Can substitute with water
Cooking Essentials
  • 1 cup Water For simmering
  • 2 tbsp Cooking Oil Vegetable oil recommended
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 tsp Red Food Color Optional for color

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine dark brown sugar, finely ground white pepper, rice flour, salt, grated garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and unsweetened pineapple juice. Stir vigorously until smooth.
  2. Add the skinless chicken thigh fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are coated and submerged. Cover or transfer to a resealable bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  3. In a skillet, transfer marinated chicken and any excess marinade with 1 cup of water. Heat until boiling, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Once liquid thickens, drizzle cooking oil over chicken and increase heat to medium. Fry the chicken pieces until they develop a charred glaze, about 5-10 minutes.
  5. Transfer Chicken Tocino onto a serving dish and serve with garlic fried rice and spiced vinegar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for optimal flavor and tenderness. Store leftovers in fridge for up to 3 days.

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